I was coming home from Philly last night and drove past Longwood Gardens, of course. Because that’s how I have to get home. But my 3-year-old was still awake, it was 9:30 or so, and marveling at the lights. So I was reminded that while I went in November, I never took them there. The display is still on display until January 6, so luckily I still have time. Here are six reasons why I think people should still go, even though it’s past Christmas. My family takes our beach vacation the second week of September, every year. I’m a huge fan of doing popular activities in the “shoulder seasons” so that my family can enjoy it more.
One of the main outdoor walkways.
1. Everyone talks about having “that Christmas feeling all year ’round.” So why not do it? It will recharge your Christmas spirit for the new year.
2. The crowds are less. Today and tomorrow it may be a bit crowded, due to the holiday, but after that, it won’t be nearly as crowded as a December weekend. You can enjoy it so much more. Less waiting for food, bathrooms, seeing the displays–everything!
3. There are probably really good buys/sales in the gift shop, for after Christmas. And they have really cute things!
4. We have a bit of snow on the ground right now, so it’s prettier. And the weather “feels” more like Christmas right now, than it did 2-3 weeks ago when it was mild and rainy.
5. If you make it an annual tradition, you’ll have something to look forward too after the holidays, which can be sort of a letdown. I like having one family thing to do after the holidays to boost us into January.
My plan is to go this Friday evening, the 4th. See you there?
A “Star-tini” for the #StarsAtLongwood Christmas display.
Have a child with special needs? Then visit my other post with tips for visiting Longwood Gardens with children with special needs.
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